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Waddle & Silvy

ESPN Chicago
Chicago Bears
Chicago White Sox
Chicago Cubs
Caleb Williams
Major League Baseball
Bears Training Camp
Tevin Jenkins
NFL
Garrett Crochet
Ryan Poles
Craig Counsell
Cubs
Chicago Sports
Chicago
Dylan Cease
Jed Hoyer
White Sox
Trade Deadline
NFL Training Camps
Nate Davis

Former Bear Tom Waddle and longtime Chicago sports reporter Marc ‘Silvy’ Silverman love to talk all things Chicago sports and more.

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Latest Episodes

PTI's Michael Wilbon, fresh off his calling of the Bulls to fire Arturas Karnisovas, joins Waddle and Silvy to react to the Bulls' tide-shifting decision. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy try (and fail) to understand the point in bringing back Billy Donovan to shepherd the Bulls through the next chapter of their franchise. Then, they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the glaring fact that the Bulls are still ran by the Bulls and why they still need real change to feel optimistic about the team's future. Then, they rule on bracket court between Charlie and Waddle.

The Bulls finally did it. They've fired Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley, setting a new path for the franchise again. Waddle and Silvy break down the ins and outs of the disastrous AKME tenure.

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Recent Guests

Aki Zealis
Sports journalist known for Aki's A-List on ESPN Chicago
ESPN Chicago
Episode: 4/1 5 PM: Aki's A-List
George McCaskey
Owner of the Bears, spoke about stadium site options
Chicago Bears
Episode: 4/1 4 PM: George and Kevin speak
Hannah LaMotta
Guest on the show
ESPN 1000 Chicago
Episode: 4/1: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show
George McCasky
President/Executive familiar with Bears ownership decisions
Chicago Bears
Episode: 4/1: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show
Ian Cunningham
Executive involved in Bears' personnel decisions
Chicago Bears
Episode: 4/1: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show
Charlie Speaks Tyler
Character reference in dialogue; host/participant
Episode: 4/1: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show
Dean Downtown
Caller with on-air persona, participaing as a guest on the show
Detroit? (caller identity)
Episode: 3/30 3 PM: Tyler's Cubs angst
AJ Przesinski
Baseball guest discussed on the show
Baseball analyst
Episode: 3/18 2PM: Palencia and Team Venezuela shut down Team USA in WBC!
AJ Pierzynski
Former White Sox catcher, TV analyst
Fox/Fox Sports/White Sox
Episode: 3/17 3 PM: AJ Pierzynski

Hosts

Tom Waddle
Co-host, Former NFL Player, and sports commentator with deep knowledge of the Chicago sports landscape.
Marc Silverman
Co-host, experienced Chicago sports reporter known for his engaging commentary on local sports culture.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 558 ratings
  • Chicago Style

    Love being able to listen on-demand from the DC-area. Love the regular hits Wilbon and Big Cat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoelSu
    United States13 days ago
  • Great

    Listen daily from Topeka KS. Great show. Great guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Polish art
    United Statesa month ago
  • Updating my 1 star review

    The good parts of the show are lost when you completely bend the knee to Jon Gruden. Have the guy on, but don’t act like the guy is the greatest thing around. You continue to alienate large portions of your audience. I’ll check back in a year.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    boiler bio nerd
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best sports show in Chicago

    IMO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeauxO
    United States2 years ago
  • Updating my 1 star review

    Checked in after a long break and last week the station that supported Sarah Spain and many other women just posted an hour focused on googling women 20-40 years their junior. It started as a joke and made it’s way to awful. My childhood Waddle jersey (who has several daughters and lets it slide) will continue to gather cobwebs

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    boiler bio nerd
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Positive remarks highlight the chemistry and humor between the hosts, contributing to a lively listening experience.
Some feedback suggests the show may lean into repetitive themes, particularly regarding quarterback discussions.
Critics voice concerns about recent shifts in focus toward political topics, which some feel detracts from the sports-centric nature of the show.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' genuine enthusiasm for Chicago sports, especially the Bears.
Overall, the podcast is celebrated as a staple for sports analysis in the Chicago area, with varying opinions on specific content choices.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

4/1 5 PM: Aki's A-List
Q: What is the potential financial impact of the stadium project on roster spending?
While the business side may take on risk, the hosts believe it will not directly constrain football operations or player spending, suggesting the stadium financing is managed separately from the team's on-field budget.
3/17 2 PM: WBC Captivates the World!
Q: Do you think the WBC final tonight will boost baseball ratings long-term?
They believe it can elevate interest if the games stay competitive and culturally meaningful, noting nationalism and the narrative around players representing their countries as a big draw.
3/17 2 PM: WBC Captivates the World!
Q: What are your thoughts on PCA starting against the lefty in tonight's game?
The group generally agrees PCA brings elite defense and speed, and while a lefty matchup is challenging, they see value in using PCA to maximize upside and defend center field, with a potential late-game role for him.
3/10 5 PM: Michael Wilbon
Q: Michael, how are you feeling about what the Bears have done in free agency?
Wilbon indicates he's cautiously optimistic but emphasizes the need for a sustainable plan, balancing signings with using draft picks to shore up the interior and defensive line so the team can contend, rather than overpaying for big-name free agents.
3/5 2 PM: DJ Moore traded to the Bills
Q: What do you think the Bears should do next after trading DJ Moore?
The Bears should look at cheaper, high-impact options like a strong center upgrade (Linderbaum or a cheaper alternative), pursue a top-edge rusher if affordable, and use the extra draft currency to build depth and youth across the defense and offensive line.

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This podcast offers an engaging dive into Chicago sports, with hosts featuring a former NFL player and an experienced sports reporter. The discussions often focus on the Chicago Bears, including their strategies, player performances, and management decisions, especially during the NFL Draft and offseason. The show is known for its blend of humor and in-depth analysis, melding personal anecdotes with current sports events, making it appealing to sports enthusiasts who appreciate a mix of entertainment and insightful commentary.

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1. Aki Zealis
2. George McCaskey
3. Hannah LaMotta
4. George McCasky
5. Ian Cunningham
6. Charlie Speaks Tyler
7. Dean Downtown
8. AJ Przesinski

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